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New York State Bolsters Public Safety with Discovery Law Reforms. $135 million to aid prosecutors and defenders in complying with discovery requirements.

ALBANY, N.Y.—Governor Kathy Hochul unveiled amendments to New York’s Discovery Laws, effective August 7, aimed at enhancing public safety and supporting crime victims while preserving defendants’ rights. Announced as part of the FY26 Enacted Budget, the reforms allocate $135 million to aid prosecutors and defenders in complying with discovery requirements. The changes address technical dismissals…

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Governor Hochul Announces Release of Planning and Linkages Study

New York Governor Launches $40 Million Plan to Revamp Albany’s I-787 Corridor

Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $40 million initiative to advance the environmental review and planning for reimagining Interstate 787, a nine-mile corridor along the Hudson River in New York’s Capital Region. The release of the Reimagine I-787 Planning and Linkages Study marks the start of a federal environmental review process aimed at addressing safety, connectivity,…

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New York. Governor Hochul Announces

New York. Governor Hochul Announces $600,000 ADA Accessibility Investment at Albany Black Chamber of Commerce

Summary: On August 6, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul announced a $600,000 investment to fund comprehensive ADA accessibility upgrades at the Albany Black Chamber of Commerce (ABCC). Administered by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), the funding will support vital improvements including an elevator, widened doorways, ramps, and enhanced restrooms to ensure…

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NYC Council Advances Mayor Adams’ Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan

New York City’s push to address its housing crisis gained momentum as the City Council’s Land Use and Zoning Committees unanimously approved Mayor Eric Adams’ Midtown South Mixed-Use Plan, paving the way for a full Council vote. The plan aims to transform the vibrant Midtown South neighborhood by introducing thousands of new homes, leveraging its…

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Mayor Adams Boosts Funding for NYC District Attorneys to $633 Million to Enhance Public Safety

New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a significant $17 million increase in funding for the city’s five district attorneys’ offices, bringing their total budget to $633 million for fiscal year 2026. This 23% increase since Adams took office aims to bolster public safety by equipping prosecutors with resources to reduce case backlogs, expand diversion…

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New York. Mayor Adams Interview on 94.7 The Block’s “Jonesy in the Morning”

In an August 6, 2025, interview on 94.7 The Block’s “Jonesy in the Morning,” Mayor Eric Adams addressed critical issues facing New York City. He discussed a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Harlem, linked to cooling towers, with 67 cases and three deaths, emphasizing mandatory inspections and public awareness to combat flu-like symptoms. Adams responded to…

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